Author: Lucy

Zoom Meeting

Join Our Life With Theodorable Zoom Meeting! đź’™ I’m so excited to host a Life With Theodorable Zoom meeting on Monday, August 17th at 7:00 PM! This meeting is for individuals who have siblings with Autism, as well as anyone who wants to join, listen, and learn more about what it can be like living […]

Water Safety

When Teddy was little, one of the first life skills my family prioritized was teaching him how to swim. We knew that swimming wasn’t just a fun activity—it was an essential safety skill. While nothing can replace constant supervision, learning to swim gave us greater confidence whenever Teddy was around water. As families, it’s so […]

Prom

Recently, I attended my very first prom! Before I left, there was one photo I knew I had to get one with Teddy. He may not have wanted to stop and pose for a picture, but it was important to me to capture the moment with him. No matter how big the milestone, Teddy is […]

Sensory softball game

Recently, I held my second annual Sensory Softball Game, an opportunity for individuals of all abilities and their families to enjoy a softball game in a sensory-friendly environment. One of the most special parts of the day was watching my brother Teddy participate. If you had told my family a year ago that Teddy would […]

Boom Dance Complex

When I went to Boom Dance Complex, the sweetest girl and her mom came up to me and told me that after hearing me talk about my community service initiative dedicated to my autistic brother Teddy, she knew exactly what she wanted her own initiative to be. Her brother is also autistic, and being able […]

Home Again

It has been so special having Teddy home on the weekends again. He came home for Memorial Day weekend and has been home again this weekend! As Teddy continues adjusting to his new routine, we know it will become more natural and comfortable for him with time. We are so grateful for every moment we […]

Changes

One thing that my family has learned through our journey is that change can be both emotional and necessary. Recently, my family made the difficult decision to enroll Teddy in a residential school. This has been a very big adjustment for all of us, and we are all learning how to navigate this new routine […]